Play is for Everyone

    Inclusive Playground Design

    Because if a playground isn't designed for every kid, is it really even a playground? We partner with Landscape Structures to create diverse sensory environments where children of ALL abilities can play together.

    WHAT IS AN INCLUSIVE PLAYGROUND?

    A universally designed, diverse sensory environment that enables children to develop physically, socially, and emotionally.

    An engaging place that provides just the right level of challenge and offers opportunities to succeed. A place that goes beyond minimum accessibility to create play experiences that meet a variety of needs and interests.

    At an inclusive playground, children of all abilities can interact with each other and do what all kids want to do: PLAY!

    Social Development

    Universal Access

    Sensory Diverse

    WHY TRUST ATHCO FOR INCLUSIVE DESIGN?

    In an industry where every playground manufacturer claims to be the best and an expert on inclusive design, where should you look? Who should you trust?

    Since 1975

    As a consulting and sales representative of Landscape Structures since 1975, we've had the unique experience of working on many inclusive designs.

    Continuous Learning

    We rely on the resources, information, and product quality of Landscape Structures, who work with qualified organizations on occupational therapy and universal design.

    If you have a need for inclusive design or have questions, we're happy to discuss how we can best help with your project. No sales pitch. No marketing gimmicks. We're simply here to help, earn your business, and create the most wonderful and highest quality play spaces for your community.

    Sensory Play

    Through sensory play, all children discover their world and how to be successful in it. The broad play experiences from sensory diverse playgrounds allow children of all abilities to integrate and develop their senses.

    Visual

    Colors, patterns, and movement

    Auditory

    Sound panels, music, chimes

    Tactile

    Textures, temperatures, surfaces

    Vestibular

    Balance, spinning, swinging

    Proprioceptive

    Climbing, pushing, pulling

    Inclusive Play Equipment

    Landscape Structures designs equipment that brings children of ALL abilities together for play.

    We-Go-Round®

    Wheelchair-accessible merry-go-round that allows children of all abilities to spin together.

    We-Go-Swing®

    Side-by-side swing that accommodates wheelchairs alongside traditional seats.

    Global Motion®

    Inclusive spinning experience with transfer platform for wheelchair users.

    Featured Project

    Orchard Park, Hutchinson, Kansas

    This award-winning inclusive playground in Hutchinson, Kansas showcases what's possible when communities invest in play for everyone. Features include accessible surfacing, diverse sensory activities, and equipment designed for children of all abilities to play together.

    • Wheelchair-accessible equipment throughout
    • Sensory play panels and activities
    • Poured-in-place safety surfacing
    • SkyWays shade structures
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    SOMETHING GREAT

    Ready to upgrade your facility or start a new project? Our team is here to help you from design to installation and beyond.

    Service Area

    Kansas (Statewide) & Missouri

    Response Time

    We respond within 24 hours

    Since 1952 — Athco has been the trusted partner for schools, parks, and recreation departments across Kansas and Missouri.

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